Substation Journeyman; Deer Valley Substation Construction

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Our Deer Valley Substation Construction team has an immediate opening for a Substation Journeyman. The work hours for this position are Monday-Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM (AZ/MST)

High school diploma or GED
Completed a Registered Electrician Apprenticeship Program OR an equivalent training program (as approved by APS T&D Technical & Safety Training) with one (1) year experience as an Electrician
Commercial Driver's License (Class "A") with ability to meet all DOT requirements. Must have at least a Class A CDL permit at the time of application, and a clean driving record. If applying with a CDL Permit, a valid Class A CDL license (with no mechanical restrictions (i.e., airbrakes)) must be obtained prior to the official transfer/start date. If applying with an out-of-state CDL, a valid Arizona Class A CDL license (with no mechanical restrictions (i.e., airbrakes)) must be obtained within 30 days of the official transfer/start date.
Subject to overtime and or/ out-of-town assignments
Must live within reasonable distance (one (1) hour) of headquarters. This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300lbs or less
The established headquarters for this position is subject to relocation to the Hub West Service Center, a facility that will be located 38 miles west of downtown Phoenix, on a date to be determined by the Company.

Considerable experience performing journeyman-level high voltage substation duties with an electric utility or other entity operating and maintaining high voltage substation equipment preferred
Experienced in writing and executing switching orders, and basic computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
The ideal candidate filling this vacancy must be self-motivated, communicate and work well with others, and possess a positive attitude with the highest commitment to work safety.

Candidates must complete a post-offer, pre-placement DOT exam with an APS-designated provider at our Deer Valley clinic in coordination with Health Services.

Tests are only administered to referred candidates. More information about our tests and the testing process can be found HERE.

• A written [paper and pencil] test will be administered.
• A test using a computer with keyboard will be administered.
• A hands-on skills test will be administered.

E‑mail will be the method of contact with job applicants for test scheduling.

Please be sure to check your e‑mail regularly so that you receive scheduling notifications for testing and updated job information.

• Travel reimbursement may be available for out of state candidates.

Onsite:
Requires work to be performed in the field and/or at an APS facility. Depending on the responsibilities of the role, this may include, but is not limited to, working at a power plant, job site, or in the community.

* Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).

* Role types are subject to change based on business need.

Must live or relocate within reasonable distance to the headquarters. Reasonable distance is defined as one (1) hour for Metro and State Region locations.

This position requires Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access consistent with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The applicant considered for this role will be required to obtain and maintain CIP access for the duration of employment in this position. A full seven (7) year criminal history will be obtained…